More autonomy a big boost for expansion: UniversitiesThe government early this week rolled out a plan to grant more autonomy to better performing universities with the UGC granting autonomy to 60 higher educational institutions that have maintained high academic standards.

Layoffs must be humane, say company CEOsThere is need for proper communication and conversation with the person to understand his circumstances and allow at least three-six months to look for alternatives.

‘People’ isn’t just the HR’s businessBy Saumya Bhattacharya For a function that’s supposed to look out for the most valuable assets of a business — its people — human resource (HR) departments aren’t likely to win any interdepartmental popularity contests...

How to make your internship a winning experienceInternships are the new entry level experience for the next generation of employees. The go-getter millennials want to get the best of both worlds right from the undergraduate levels. The reality of the workplace is...

Top dollar for top performersThe Wipro move to give one in five employees a 16% salary hike does not come as a surprise. The company joins many others who have rewarded their top performers handsomely this year. Top talent...

Managing your career amid layoffsIn a tough economy with layoffs becoming commonplace, there is no guarantee that your job will be safe. There are, however, ways to stay ahead of the curve and keep your career in good shape....

Are you in the firing line? “After four and a half intense and wonderful years as CEO of Groupon, I’ve decided that I’d like to spend more time with my family. Just kidding – I was fired today. If you’re wondering...

The secret sauce of managing 20-somethings What’s about these 20-somethings at the workplace that talent managers find so challenging? On a recent visit to India, Kevin Kelly, the Global CEO of executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles, was told by his...

Help! I am a NewcomerSo, you are from the class of 2011, a bit anxious, excited and set to enter the workplace. We asked the last year’s newcomers as to what their top concerns were while joining work and...